Sponsor

We offer a variety of sponsorships designed to fit your interests, ensure you maximum exposure for your investment, and support the vital work of the Conference.

Why sponsor? Our opportunities help you increase visibility before and during the Conference. Benefits include:

  • Logo placement on Conference website, including a link to your website
  • Logo placement on Arts Midwest’s website
  • Acknowledgement on Arts Midwest’s Facebook page before the Conference and on Twitter during the event (for sponsorships $1,500+)
  • Logo placement in Program Book; selected major Conference signage; and on event signage (when applicable)
  • Complimentary advertising in Program book (for sponsorships $5,000+; size dependent on sponsorship level)
  • Acknowledgement at the Conference Luncheon and other major Conference events
  • Sponsor ribbon on your name tag

For sponsorship packages and questions, contact Colleen McLaughlin.

Performance Sponsorships

Brunch: Saturday, September 15

Investment: $7,000(Sponsor pending)
Host the final event before the last session in the Marketplace and gain exclusive visibility for yourself or your artists.

Hospitality Sponsorships

Cyber Connection

Investment: $5,500 – Possibility for 2-year commitment
Keep your colleagues connected during the Conference! Every time your colleagues check their e-mail at the Cyber Connection they will be reminded of your generous sponsorship. Multi-year sponsorship packages are available at a reduced price.

Coffee Sponsorship

Investment: Contact Colleen McLaughlin for more information
Caffeinate your colleagues! Multiple coffee packages are available; contact us to design the best opportunity for you. This opportunity can be shared across multiple artists or agents!

Shuttle Sponsorship

Investment: $2,000
Be the first name attendees see when they arrive in Grand Rapids by sponsoring the complimentary shuttles to and from the airport. A great way to welcome hundreds of your colleagues as they prepare for four days of networking and booking.

Product Sponsorships

Place your name at everyone’s fingertips by customizing a take-away item, distributed to all attendees onsite.

Name Tag Lanyards/Neck Wallets Investment: Starting at $2,500
Notepad (Sponsor pending) Investment: $2,000
Pen Investment: $1,000

Promotion Sponsorships

Hotel Key Cards

Investment: $2,000-$3,000 (Price varies based on # of colors and imprint locations)
Publicize your logo and exhibit number on the room key cards for the Conference hotel and ensure your name is on everyone’s mind from morning until night!

Smartphone App

Investment: $2,000
Keep your name at everyone’s fingertips – and smartphone! App offers quick and paperless access to event schedules, maps, and more.

Marketplace Map

Investment: $700 (Maximum of three sponsors; non-exclusive opportunity)
Highlight your exhibit space (and logo!) on the printed Marketplace map and direct attendees right to your agency. An easy, low-cost way to increase foot traffic and visibility.

Two-Year Performance/Booking Calendar

Investment – $1,000 (Sponsor pending)
Stay on everyone’s mind during and after the Conference with this two-year performance calendar—complete with major holidays and space to plan your tours and seasons!

Arts Midwest is always open to new and creative suggestions for sponsorship opportunities and partnerships!